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Complete Beautician Course Syllabus — What You Will Learn (2025)
A full, module-by-module breakdown of the Master Beauty Academy beautician course syllabus — 15 modules, theory + practical hours, and assessment details.
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A complete beautician course covers far more than facials. Here is the full 15-module syllabus we teach at Master Beauty Academy — what’s in each module, the practical-to-theory ratio, and how assessment works.
The 15 modules
| # | Module | What you learn |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Skin Science & Analysis | Skin types, conditions, magnifying-lamp analysis, treatment-plan design |
| 2 | Facial Treatments (Basic → Advanced) | Hydrating, anti-ageing, brightening, gold, diamond, fruit facials |
| 3 | Threading & Eyebrow Shaping | Precision grip, brow mapping, full-face threading, aftercare |
| 4 | Waxing & Depilation Techniques | Hot, cold, strip, Rica wax, full-body protocols, post-care |
| 5 | Bleaching & Skin Brightening | Bleach chemistry, face/body/underarm protocols, patch testing |
| 6 | De-Tan Treatments | Sun-tan removal therapies for face, hand, foot, full body |
| 7 | Clean-Up Treatments | Express protocols — steam, extraction, toning |
| 8 | Body Polishing & Scrubs | Full-body exfoliation, formulation knowledge, massage sequencing |
| 9 | Body Wraps & Masks | Clay, mud, seaweed, herbal wraps for detox + hydration |
| 10 | Manicure & Pedicure | Nail, cuticle, callus care, hand and foot therapy |
| 11 | Eyebrow & Eyelash Enhancement | Tinting, lamination, lash lift, extensions |
| 12 | Product Knowledge & Client Consultation | Brand chemistry, label-reading, consultation craft |
| 13 | Salon Management & Business Skills | Booking, hygiene, billing, social media, pricing |
| 14 | Hygiene, Safety & Sterilisation | Sanitation protocols, infection control, salon standards |
| 15 | Practical Training & Assessment | Live-client sessions, mock exams, written + practical pass |
How time is split
- Theory blocks: ~30% of class time. Short, focused, technique-specific.
- Mannequin / peer practice: ~30%. Repetition under supervision.
- Live-client sessions: ~40%, starting from week three. Real treatments, real clients, real consultation flow.
Assessment
To graduate, students must pass:
- A written assessment covering skin science, product knowledge, hygiene
- A practical assessment covering at least 5 of the 15 modules
- A portfolio review with the lead trainer